UGC’s proposed evaluation system, mandating universities to implement NEP if they want to avail privileges and autonomy, is to force states to toe the line or lose out. This could be another flashpoint between Centre and opposition-ruled states. UGC must take all states on board to get buy-in on reforms.
UGC’s new rating system sets stage for flashpoint between Centre and opposition-ruled states
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